Fishing for Shortfin lizardfish

Saurida micropectoralis

The shortfin lizardfish is a slender, elongated fish found in tropical and subtropical marine waters. It typically measures around 10-12 inches and weighs up to 1 pound. This carnivorous species preys on small fish and invertebrates. It inhabits sandy or muddy bottoms, often burying itself for camouflage, and is known for its ambush hunting behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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